PERIOP 101 Class-Jefferson Highway Starting January 2027

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

This role provides patient care using the nursing process within the Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Code for Nurses, and the Scope & Standards of Practice. The nurse delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; is accountable for quality patient outcomes; respects cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity; contributes to unit and departmental goals; and demonstrates professional responsibility while supporting the employer’s nursing philosophy.

The position requires a registered nurse diploma and an active RN license in the state of practice, along with current American Heart Association BLS certification. An associate or bachelor's degree in nursing and clinical specialty certification are preferred. No prior work experience is required.

This is a patient-care role with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue; possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous medications, and hazardous waste; and heavy physical demands. The role also requires compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulations, as well as the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. The posting identifies the role as PERIOP 101 Class at Jefferson Highway, starting January 2027.

Requirements

• Registered nurse diploma.
• Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good time-management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be self-directed.
• Good interpersonal, leadership, delegation, and judgment skills, including the ability to supervise or manage others.
• Proficiency using computers, software, and web-based applications.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Certification in a clinical specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process effectively in delivering patient care.
• Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies suited to the diverse needs of patients, families, and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources, including human and fiscal resources, and serve as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Support customer satisfaction, employee morale, and improvement in the nursing profession.
• Adapt behavior to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, tailoring explanations of services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adapting communication style.
• Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED